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Indian Institute of Technology Madras

Chennai · India

Indian Institute of Technology Madras sits in Chennai, India. We list 3 courses here, with estimated international tuition, the entry benchmark you would need and the work rights India grants after graduation.

World rank

#227

Courses listed

3

Tuition from

≈ $1,500

Total per year

≈ $8,600

Courses at Indian Institute of Technology Madras

The courses we track at this institution, with the estimated international tuition rate, entry benchmark and English requirement for each.

Course Level Tuition / yr Min % IELTS
BSc Architecture

Architecture & Built Environment

Bachelor's ≈ $6,300 75%
MSc Engineering

Engineering

Master's ≈ $4,500 70%
PhD Data Science & AI

Data Science & AI

PhD / Doctorate ≈ $1,500 70%

What does Indian Institute of Technology Madras cost for international students?

Tuition at Indian Institute of Technology Madras runs from about $1,500 to $6,300 a year across the courses we list, and living in Chennai costs roughly $4,500 a year. A realistic all-in figure is about $8,600 a year.

Entry requirements for Indian Institute of Technology Madras

Across these courses the typical competitive grade is around 72%, with an English requirement of IELTS —. Postgraduate courses often add subject prerequisites or work experience on top.

Scholarships: Available at some institutions

Work and PR after graduating in India

India lets graduates stay and work for 0.25 year(s) after finishing, with up to 10 hours a week of work permitted during term. Permanent-residency prospects are rated limited.

Student visa. Admission is exam-gated: IIT/IISc B.Tech seats go only by JEE Advanced rank, M.Tech by GATE, MBA by CAT and medicine by NEET. Instruction is in English and costs are among the lowest in the world.

Frequently asked questions

How much is tuition at Indian Institute of Technology Madras for international students?

Across the courses we list, international tuition at Indian Institute of Technology Madras runs from about $1,500 to $6,300 a year. Living costs in Chennai add roughly $4,500 a year, for a realistic total near $8,600.

What grades do I need for Indian Institute of Technology Madras?

The courses we list expect around 72% in your previous qualification on average. That is a benchmark for a competitive application, not a published cut-off — check the institution's own admissions page for the official minimum.

What IELTS score does Indian Institute of Technology Madras require?

The courses we list at Indian Institute of Technology Madras typically ask for IELTS — overall. Individual departments often add a per-band minimum, and TOEFL, PTE or Duolingo equivalents are usually accepted.

Does Indian Institute of Technology Madras offer scholarships to international students?

2 of the 3 courses we list at Indian Institute of Technology Madras record scholarship or funding options. Check the university's own funding pages for current awards, deadlines and eligibility.

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Estimated figures. Tuition, living costs and entry benchmarks on this page are estimates for guidance and comparison. Always confirm exact figures with the institution before you apply.

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